Why does my Manitowoc ice machine keep shutting off?

Why does my Manitowoc ice machine keep shutting off?

When your Manitowoc ice machine shuts down prematurely, it most likely is going off on what’s called a safety limit. If three consecutive 3.5 minute harvest cycles occur, the ice machine stops. Safety Limit #2 is a more common safety limit and can be caused by the ice maker simply being dirty.

How long is the freeze cycle on a Manitowoc ice machine?

The maximum freeze time is 60 minutes on S-Series and Indigo machines and 45 minutes on NEO® models. The harvest cycle begins automatically after time maximum freeze time ends. The maximum harvest cycle time is 3.5 minutes for a single evaporator and 7 minutes for multiple evaporators.

How do you reset a Manitowoc ice machine?

Below is a quick summary of the rebooting process:

1. Press the OFF button for 3 seconds.
2. Wait for ice to melt off the evaporator.
3. Disconnect power to the machine and wait about 10 seconds.
4. Plug the machine back in and press the ON button. A blue light should appear, indicating that the unit has been reset.

Why is my Manitowoc ice machine not working?

Water level is too high or low – Make sure the water trough level isn’t too high or too low. Water temperature is too high – Ice machines require a cold water supply. Make sure there is not a hot water supply line into the machine. Water filter is broken – The water filter might be too dirty or damaged.

What is the possible cause for ice sticking and not releasing during the harvest cycle?

The harvest cycle on an ice machine. What is the possible cause for ice sticking and not releasing during the harvest cycle? low inlet water flow, refrigerant undercharged, high discharge pressure, or a blocked metering device. Poor ice quality and low production are common problems for ice makers.

How often should a ice machine cycle?

A really good refrigerator ice maker will produce 8 to 10 cubes every 90 minutes. In this case, your ice maker should cycle around 16 times each day yielding around 130 cubes in a 24 hour period.

What should my pressures be on a 404A ice machine?

404A refrigerant Generally, low side is around 20-25 PSI and High side is about 235-250 when unit is close to operating temp.

What causes a ice maker to stop working?

Cause: A common cause for a clog is frozen water in the line. Cause: There is also a possibility that the water filter for the ice maker is clogged. Fix: Locate and replace the water filter. Filters for ice makers are typically located inside the refrigerator (to keep them from freezing).

How long does the Manitowoc ice machine run?

3 consecutive 3.5-minute harvests logs SL#2 in memory, but will run until 500 long harvest cycles occur. The ice machine is set to ice making and remains in bin full condition for more than 24 hours.

Why did my Manitowoc ice maker shut down?

Because there is not enough ice to force the water curtain open and break the bin switch, the machine simply thinks it never harvested. Assuming your ice machine is clean, there are 2 other areas that are most common for shutting a Manitowoc Ice machine down on a safety limit #2.

What does safe mode on Manitowoc ice machine do?

When the AUCS clean option is selected from the menu, the control checks for the presence of the AUCS board; if the AUCS is not connected, it will signal an event labeled “AUCS.” Safe mode allows the ice machine to operate for a period of time in the event of a WLP or ITP sensor failure.

How do I clear ELOG on Manitowoc ice machine?

Return to the Event Log menu by using the Left arrow. To clear the event log, highlight “Clear ELog” in the Event Log Menu and press the Checkmark. Once it’s cleared, press the Left arrow to return to the previous screens.